Year end is coming. Exciting? Must be. Plenty to look forward to in 2010.
Review of the year:
January: some psycho sent e-mails. Eye-opening. Fact or lie. Truth beholds.
February: birth of a beautiful son. What a difference!
March: Smooth and breazy. Wish this never ends.
April: Crash boom bang. Work on it, work on it.
May: Back again. Ouch.
June: VIP. Review strategy.
July: Interesting Perth. Good break.
August: House Re-vamp. The beginning.
Sept: Another year, another anniversary. It gets better.
October: Phase 2: house renovation ends with a great splash :)
November: Major project approval. That took so long.
December: Another 1/2 marathon completed. Need a different challenge.
Lesson learnt:
Stay focus.
Rule:
Endurance is the name of the game.
Patience is virtue.
Motto of the year:
Never give up. Never surrender. Never Quit.
Winners never quit, and Quitters never win.
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
Are we a racist nation?
Travelled to Singapore very recently. Hubby and I.
On our way in to the departure hall, one Indian guy got stopped by the security guy. He pointed out to the Asian guy his hand luggage was over 7kg. Poor guy had to go back I guess to his friends to sort it out before being refused entry again.
Ironically, hubby and I weren't stop. Nor were other local fellows, Chinese or Malays. Yup, just that Indian guy. I am not making assumptions, but I felt it was purely racial discrimination.
That's not the only time I encountered such discrimination. I was queueing to be seen by an immigration officer at Berakas. There were a few foreign workers sitting waiting for their turns as well. One local lady staff went out and called out a name (filipino name) pointed at her and called her to come in by fore-finger gesture. Very rude in deed.
I'm patriotic, but I think there is a fine line on how to treat others. We are malays and moslems, too. Melayu-Islam sepatutnya penuh bersopan dan menghormati orang lain. It's sad when we have no respect for other races. Malay supremacy ??? We know that's BS.
On our way in to the departure hall, one Indian guy got stopped by the security guy. He pointed out to the Asian guy his hand luggage was over 7kg. Poor guy had to go back I guess to his friends to sort it out before being refused entry again.
Ironically, hubby and I weren't stop. Nor were other local fellows, Chinese or Malays. Yup, just that Indian guy. I am not making assumptions, but I felt it was purely racial discrimination.
That's not the only time I encountered such discrimination. I was queueing to be seen by an immigration officer at Berakas. There were a few foreign workers sitting waiting for their turns as well. One local lady staff went out and called out a name (filipino name) pointed at her and called her to come in by fore-finger gesture. Very rude in deed.
I'm patriotic, but I think there is a fine line on how to treat others. We are malays and moslems, too. Melayu-Islam sepatutnya penuh bersopan dan menghormati orang lain. It's sad when we have no respect for other races. Malay supremacy ??? We know that's BS.
Supporting local artists
Shopping around, heard one of many favourite songs on air. Went over to the AV section counter and asked what's playing. Showed me the album 'Tiga' by our local artists. Must admit I never knew this song was local, thought Indonesian song all this while.
I told the lady I want to take it, and she replied, "mahal ni $12, original saja nada yang copy."
It's shocking I got warned by the cashier like that. I would have thought they would try sell original copies to make more money. Plus it's the right thing to do. Or is it us consumers who are only interested in buying pirated cds for cheaper prices.
Well, I do think $12 is quite reasonable for originals. Plus, they are locals and who would support them if not us. Maybe Maria's album of $20 is a bit steep. For a local artist. But then again, she's doing well, and there's quite a number of songs in there. Nope, I only bought tiga. Maria's not bad but I prefer different genre of music than her.
Hope these artists can survive in Brunei with the way retailers sell their albums in the shop. Maybe it's just that shop, I shouldn't generalize.
I told the lady I want to take it, and she replied, "mahal ni $12, original saja nada yang copy."
It's shocking I got warned by the cashier like that. I would have thought they would try sell original copies to make more money. Plus it's the right thing to do. Or is it us consumers who are only interested in buying pirated cds for cheaper prices.
Well, I do think $12 is quite reasonable for originals. Plus, they are locals and who would support them if not us. Maybe Maria's album of $20 is a bit steep. For a local artist. But then again, she's doing well, and there's quite a number of songs in there. Nope, I only bought tiga. Maria's not bad but I prefer different genre of music than her.
Hope these artists can survive in Brunei with the way retailers sell their albums in the shop. Maybe it's just that shop, I shouldn't generalize.
selamat berpuasa
thought i wish eveyrone selamat berpuasa, and jika ada kesalahan dan kesilapan secara senghaja atau tidak, dapat lah ia dimaafkan.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Projects delayed
I criticise a lot, but I get criticised NON-STOP. It's the nature of my ASSIGNMENT. Practically things 'stop' without our service. So yes, the blames are pointed onto me from ALL directions.
Yesterday I got the bomb. I am accountable for ALL delays for ALL projects by my team. I take that accountability. But I must admit, these are stressing me up. I felt HELL yesterday. It's not FUN being question. But I can't point fingers onto my team even if there has been NO teamwork, SLOW effort by them. Cause I am their leader. Their failure is MY failure.
But I did investigate. It all came down to one person. He is a good guy, just extremely slow. I've discovered he can't multi-task. Neither is he resourceful. But in our line of business, these are ESSENTIAL assets. He just don't have them.
How do I get through him. He doesn't seem to recognise he's delaying his team mates. Neither seem bothered about that. I requested new timeline and proposal for a particular 'delay' project yesterday, he came up with new excuses. I don't understand why some people lack responsibility. Maybe it's true 'alah bisa tegal biasa.' But what am I gonna do about him? If I was Donalp Trump, I'd say "You're FIRED." But I'm not. Neither should I, he's got a family.
***sigh***
Tomorrow there'll be more questions, and next wednesday I'll be hearing more too. I'm holding my breath thinking of these.
Yesterday I got the bomb. I am accountable for ALL delays for ALL projects by my team. I take that accountability. But I must admit, these are stressing me up. I felt HELL yesterday. It's not FUN being question. But I can't point fingers onto my team even if there has been NO teamwork, SLOW effort by them. Cause I am their leader. Their failure is MY failure.
But I did investigate. It all came down to one person. He is a good guy, just extremely slow. I've discovered he can't multi-task. Neither is he resourceful. But in our line of business, these are ESSENTIAL assets. He just don't have them.
How do I get through him. He doesn't seem to recognise he's delaying his team mates. Neither seem bothered about that. I requested new timeline and proposal for a particular 'delay' project yesterday, he came up with new excuses. I don't understand why some people lack responsibility. Maybe it's true 'alah bisa tegal biasa.' But what am I gonna do about him? If I was Donalp Trump, I'd say "You're FIRED." But I'm not. Neither should I, he's got a family.
***sigh***
Tomorrow there'll be more questions, and next wednesday I'll be hearing more too. I'm holding my breath thinking of these.
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Beyond our comfort zone
Frustration? Ah.. nope, CHALLENGING, would be the right word. Oddly, I'm still looking at everything positively. Am I kidding myself? Nope. I have to trust my judgement. And the Big Boss's, when he chose me. I know I can, and they can. WE can. Irrespective of what everyone else thinks.
Okay, you can't change old dogs new tricks. And habits are difficult to break. But we gotta give people chances, don't we? We need to give people the benefits of the doubt.
This roller coaster ride is not ending soon. Endurance is a major necessity here. But if it stops, it's not going to be fun anymore. I took on the job, knowing it'll be tough. I'm not even an expert in the area. So what? If anyone is out to get me, stab my back or try get rid of me, when I've not given my 100+% yet, sorry... I'm not ready to leave yet.
Just give me a bit more time. It's only half the year that's gone. What have I delivered? Good question. But hey, even ministers have 5 years to prove they can change. I'm here given a year contract. I'm pressured, I feel the pressure; but I'm cool. NOT really. Hahaha. But safe to say, I'm not the only one feeling the heat. Every one is. We know the price of not delivering. So, we are all kicking our a$$es trying to get things going and done. So, we are definitely pushing our comfort zone.
It's been damn crazy, hectic, but I'm also having fun. Well... till the fat lady sings.
Okay, you can't change old dogs new tricks. And habits are difficult to break. But we gotta give people chances, don't we? We need to give people the benefits of the doubt.
This roller coaster ride is not ending soon. Endurance is a major necessity here. But if it stops, it's not going to be fun anymore. I took on the job, knowing it'll be tough. I'm not even an expert in the area. So what? If anyone is out to get me, stab my back or try get rid of me, when I've not given my 100+% yet, sorry... I'm not ready to leave yet.
Just give me a bit more time. It's only half the year that's gone. What have I delivered? Good question. But hey, even ministers have 5 years to prove they can change. I'm here given a year contract. I'm pressured, I feel the pressure; but I'm cool. NOT really. Hahaha. But safe to say, I'm not the only one feeling the heat. Every one is. We know the price of not delivering. So, we are all kicking our a$$es trying to get things going and done. So, we are definitely pushing our comfort zone.
It's been damn crazy, hectic, but I'm also having fun. Well... till the fat lady sings.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Bored...
Well, when you are used to being out and about, it's kinda get to you when stuck at home. I know, it's time to relax and rest. I'm doing just that. Well, kind of. Baby's routine change. Unpredicatable. It's funny, but can be tiring. I'm trying to adjust.
He's sleeping at the moment. I know I should check on my work e-mails. I'm not in the mood. So, here I am blogging, and Youtubing Enrique. Uhuh. He's hot. As ever. He can sing 'hero' to me any time. Well, he's second to my Vin Diesel. Someone I'm looking forward to drool on this next few weeks. I may be confined, but hell no, I'm definitely watching Fast and Furious when it comes out.
So, us girls; do we think about other guys when we are married already? I don't know about others, but to me a DEFINITE NO, I'd say. Yeh, Enrique and Vin Diesel are just fantasies. Not that kind of fantasies (WELL, Ciara is so lucky in the video. Olala).
Other men or boys aside my husband don't tick me anymore. I don't think they ever will. Anymore. Come on, I had my time. I got married late, and yes, I enjoyed my single life. Do I miss single life? ...
I miss my friends, friends I had during my single life. They are not here. I miss going out having fun with them, and especially dancing salsa. I used to do a lot of salsa during my single life. No, that doesn't mean I miss my single life.
I'm thankful I've beautiful kids who need me right now. Thank God.
Okay, I'm off - just killing my boredom.
He's sleeping at the moment. I know I should check on my work e-mails. I'm not in the mood. So, here I am blogging, and Youtubing Enrique. Uhuh. He's hot. As ever. He can sing 'hero' to me any time. Well, he's second to my Vin Diesel. Someone I'm looking forward to drool on this next few weeks. I may be confined, but hell no, I'm definitely watching Fast and Furious when it comes out.
So, us girls; do we think about other guys when we are married already? I don't know about others, but to me a DEFINITE NO, I'd say. Yeh, Enrique and Vin Diesel are just fantasies. Not that kind of fantasies (WELL, Ciara is so lucky in the video. Olala).
Other men or boys aside my husband don't tick me anymore. I don't think they ever will. Anymore. Come on, I had my time. I got married late, and yes, I enjoyed my single life. Do I miss single life? ...
I miss my friends, friends I had during my single life. They are not here. I miss going out having fun with them, and especially dancing salsa. I used to do a lot of salsa during my single life. No, that doesn't mean I miss my single life.
I'm thankful I've beautiful kids who need me right now. Thank God.
Okay, I'm off - just killing my boredom.
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